New Castle Fire Department to hold open house

Wednesday

Oct 17, 2012 at 3:15 AMOct 17, 2012 at 6:02 AM

NEW CASTLE — The annual New Castle Fire Department’s Open House will be held on Sunday, Oct. 21, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine.Activities include firehouse tours, fire engine rides for children accompanied by a parent or guardian, apparatus review, free blood pressure testing and fire safety checklist review for friends and families:

n Install and maintain a working smoke alarm outside of every sleep area and remember to change the battery at least once a year.n Designate two escape routes from each bedroom and practice them regularly.n Teach everyone the “Stop, Drop, and Roll” technique in case clothing catches on fire.n Avoid storing old mattresses in the home or garage.n Teach kids that matches, lighters and candles are tools, not toys. If you suspect that a child is playing with fire, check under beds and in closets for telltale signs like burned matches. Matches and lighters should be stored in a secure drawer or cabinet.

The department will provide a selection of freshly prepared hot dogs, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, sausage, desserts and beverages, free of charge. Please stop by the station and visit with the NCFD volunteers at 43 Main St. in New Castle, for lunch and be home with plenty of time to enjoy the Patriots.